Grilled radicchio might sound strange, but certain greens — and reds, like radicchio — do great on the grill.
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients of Simple Grilled Radicchio Salad:
Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette
- 1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon honey
Salad Assembly
- 8 ounces yellow wax beans, blanched
- 4 heads radicchio, quartered
- 4 cups mixed baby greens
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Reggiano, shaved with a peeler, to taste
Directions Simple Grilled Radicchio Salad:
Lemon-Honey Vinaigrette
- in a medium bowl, whisk all ingredients to blend. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can make this ahead of time and simply whisk again right before serving.
Salad Assembly
- Pre-heat the grill to medium-high heat. Place radicchio in large bowl. Add enough dressing to coat evenly. Grill until tender and crispy on the outer leaves, turning occasionally, about 3 minutes.
- Coarsely chop the radicchio and slice the wax beans in half lengthwise.
- Add both to a large bowl with the mixed greens. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Season salad to taste with salt and pepper.
- Top with the shaved cheese and serve.
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